Unco Frank’s

When I heard there was Hawaiian food to be devoured on Clement, I just figured it would look like a plate lunch joint like on Oahu but maybe with atmospheric touches like retro tiki wallpaper, murals of pipeline surfers, and twangy ukulele music coming out of the speakers. I must be living in an Elvis 'Blue Hawaii' fever dream because it's nothing like that here.Instead it's a darkly stylish wine bar that happens to have a Hawaiian food menu. Surprisingly it all goes well together. For instance, I started with a $16 specialty cocktail called Death in the Afternoon which mixed champagne and absinthe cordial into an effervescent libation (photo: https://yelp.to/ROPW68ABxm). You might be surprised to find out champagne is compatible with...Auntie Rob's Fried Rice for $16. It was a classic rendition with Spam, ginger, scallions, mushrooms, and a sunnyside up egg (photo: https://yelp.to/BSXmNY3xHC). I was quite satisfied, and it was encouraging to see plenty of other local grindz on their menu like mochiko chicken, kalua pig sliders, and coconut shrimp. I think everyone deserves a little champagne with their fried rice, don't you?FOOD - 4 stars...local grindz done pretty wellCOCKTAIL - 4.5 stars...a bubbly delightAMBIANCE - 4 stars...modern and not too crowded in the afternoonSERVICE - 4 stars...friendly bartender who handles the food ordersTOTAL - 4 stars...a different way to have Hawaiian RELATED - Exploring the Richmond? Here's my collection of places I've tried and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2HvkBu7

Only because I was looking for Richmond District food and drinks on a Monday evening did I stumble upon Unco Frank's, a purveyor of Hawaiian "grindz" operating inside a Clement Street wine bar (High Treason). It's a mash-up that sounds unworkable as I've never once craved Hawaiian fare alongside my Cabernet but remarkably, it does work, quite well. I waffled between Furikake Fries ($11) and "Da Works Fries" ($17) before looking at another table and seeing the size of the latter. As much as I love fries - all fries - this was dinner and I wanted something a little more varied. The Pupu Platter ($28) over-serves two, and includes Da Works Fries, 2 Kalua Pig Sliders, and a few delicious pieces of Mochiko Chicken. I think it's the perfect thing to order here, allowing you to sample a few different things without tiring of any of them. It was a delicious combination. If you're still put off by the idea of grindz with wine do know that High Treason's menu, despite it being a wine bar, includes beer and other drinks, some featuring no alcohol at all. Unco Frank's is a delightfully tasty discovery that one would likely have to know of to unearth. And now you do.

Hey folks, Daniel Lee here, and I just took a trip to Flavortown at Unco Frank's, a Hawaiian joint tucked inside a dark wine bar with some killer skateboard decor in San Francisco's Richmond district. Let me tell ya, this place is the real deal!From the moment I walked in, I was digging the vibe - it's got this cool, laid-back feel with a mix of wine bar sophistication and skateboard culture. It's like Hawaii met up with California, and they threw one heck of a party!Now let's talk food, because that's what we're here for. I kicked things off with the spam fries - crispy, savory, and totally addictive. Then came the Kalua pork sliders. Man, these bad boys were packed with tender, smoky pork and a tangy slaw that just brought the whole thing together. Each bite was like a flavor explosion in my mouth!The service was top-notch, too. The crew at Unco Frank's made us feel right at home and knew their stuff. They even suggested some dynamite wine pairings that took our meal to the next level.The only thing keeping this place from a perfect score is the price tag. It's a bit on the spendy side, but hey, sometimes you gotta pay a little extra for a ticket to Flavortown.So if you're cruising through the Richmond district and looking for a taste of the islands with a side of skateboard flair, Unco Frank's is your spot. I'll definitely be back to dive into more of their awesome eats!---Hope this fits the bill!

Unco Franks got the ono grindz! I really dig this permanent food pop up inside High Treason, especially since there's not much Hawaiian food in the city. Pupu platter was a great way to get a taste of the appetizers, and even better to wash it down with a nice glass of wine in a hip wine bar. I've frequently walked by this place on Clement St, so it was awesome to finally go in and enjoy the casual atmosphere and delicious food.

soo yummy! it was hard to find the entrance at first since i believe there was only a small sign outside of their door but the interior has a lot of unique wines. we got the pupu platter which was perfect as we got to try three items, all of which were hits and at a good price! the service was good too. would def recommend

Great customer service! The vibe of the venue was very mellow... food presentation must I say it really looks good. It's pretty populated around evening times.

Ok... Was looking for a place for the fam to eat since we're not in this area too often. Saw this place on Yelp and was craving some Hawaiian food.Now, keep in mind, after seeing some reviews, I was expecting a Noelani's type vibe (San Carlos). Boy was we all wrong. We park and keep missing the front door. The sign to the place is real small - almost like a secret hidden spot. Walk in, and the ambiance is dark, and there is some funk/pop rock music playing in the background. This is weird I tell the mrs. So we grab some menus and sit towards the front, galley seating style.Ordered furikake fries, fried rice, mochiko chicken, mac salad, and some fish sandos.Fries-these were pretty good. You can taste the butter and olive oil and furikake thats doused in the fries. Might have been heavy handed on the sauce, but otherwise, these were good.Fried rice-probably the best dish and most in line with "traditional" fried rice when you're talking Hawaiian food. Spam, onions, garlic, and some umami taste I can't figure out. Oh and a sunny side egg. Pretty decent, but again, heavy handed on the oil.Mochiko chicken-was most excited for this one. But it's really a fusion dish. It's crispy boneless chicken, but waaaay too much sauce poured on it. The bottom was literally all yellowish sweet sauce. Dunno what it is, but this dish would have been awesome if not for the sauce.Mac salad - was okay. Similar in flavor and texture to local style.Fish - hard pass, no bueno.They do a brisk take-out business, which is weird. And it looks like full plates with rice and ish.TLDR - this place is bar first, then pupu style restaurant far second. Patrons younger and having a good time, but most were just drinking and picking on some fries. Don't expect any type of Hawaiian vibe at all.

Everything, you must try everything! Nestled within a wine bar is Unco Frank's, a fresh, modern take on Hawaiian food. And boy, everything single dish had me saying "Oh my god!" If you want a taste of all their classics, get the Pupu Platter -- it's perfect to share with two people. The coconut shrimp is hot, crispy and tender! The Mac salad has a peppery kick! All in all, a solid place for a quick bite and a glass of wine/beer. The service was stellar as well -- friendly and fast. I definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a casual place with solid bites and drinks.

My friend and I ordered to go. Apparently there is a separate togo menu that offers different things. If you order to go, the sliders come with fries. The pupu plater is not offered for togo orders. The food was amazing, however I might only grab the carb options again, as 17 for three tiny sliders didn't feel great. I would have just gone for the fries on their own and the mac salad. While we didn't eat there, we waited in the dining room. Everyone working there was super kind in helping explain the differences between togo and dine in orders. The location itself looked beautiful and newly opened. The place had a San Diego feel to it. It had a chill vibe early in the evening when the dinner rush hadn't set in.

Unco Frank catered our company holiday party of over 70 people! He was patient with our growing guest list right up to the last day. The pricing was affordable for the group and it included gratuity and delivery.The food.... was amazing. Not one person out of 75 had anything but wonderful things to say! The portions were large enough that we had unexpected added guests and there were still a ton of left overs to share with those that remained until the end.I can't wait to go back on my own and try other items.Frank also worked with our Vegan and Vegatarian guests.Easy to commmunicate with and expectations were exceeded!Thank You Frank for making our best holiday party THE BEST!